Delayed by over a month, the ‘Barbie’ movie will now be released in the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates has approved the release of the “Barbie” movie after a delay of over a month over possible content issues.
Day: August 4, 2023
Protests in Beirut as Lebanese capital marks three years since catastrophic port blast
Three years after Beirut’s massive port blast, attempts to prosecute those responsible are mired in political intrigue and many Lebanese have less faith than ever in their disintegrating state institutions.
No AP Psychology credit for Florida students after clash over teaching about gender
The College Board says schools in Florida should not offer its Advanced Placement course in psychology to students, citing guidance from state officials to exclude content on sexual orientation and gender identity.
The Senate’s AI Future Is Haunted by the Ghost of Privacy Past
The US Congress is trying to tame the rapid rise of artificial intelligence. But senators’ failure to tackle privacy reform is making the task a nightmare.
Texas man who threatened poll workers and Arizona officials is sentenced to 3 1/2 years
Federal prosecutors say a Texas man who advocated for a mass shooting of poll workers and threatened two Arizona officials and their children has been sentenced to 3 1/2 years in federal prison.
Star Bulk’s Petros Pappas sees ‘more positives’ in future dry bulk market
Vessel supply will not be very strong for remainder of year and into 2024, chief executive says
Soprano who refused to repudiate Putin sues Metropolitan Opera
Anna Netrebko was dropped by the opera in New York after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Video: Rollercoaster In US Freezes Mid-Air, Guests Forced To Walk Down
The Magnum XL-200 roller coaster debuted in 1989 and it was the “fastest and steepest” complete circuit coaster in the world.
Judge restricts WNBA’s Riquna Williams to Vegas area following felony domestic violence arrest
A judge says WNBA player Riquna Williams can’t leave the Las Vegas area and has to adhere to personal restrictions to remain free from jail pending court action in a felony domestic violence case.